The British Pound is expected to build on its recent gains over the coming days' thanks to positive technical momentum and improved fundamental underpinnings that include the country's rapid vaccine rollout and expectations for a sharp pick-up in economic growth. British Pound's Recent Gains The Pound advanced a third of a percent against the U.S. Dollar at the start of the … [Read more...] about Pound Sterling Forecast: it will be Better than Euro and Dollar
Brexit’s Effect: Causes Supply Issues for Small Manufacturers
New post-Brexit trade restrictions have pushed up the cost of parts and raw materials for two-thirds of small British manufacturers surveyed last month. A majority reported some level of disruption. Post-Brexit Trade Restrictions The survey of nearly 300 firms, by consultants South West Manufacturing Advisory Service (SWMAS) and the Manufacturing Growth Programme, a … [Read more...] about Brexit’s Effect: Causes Supply Issues for Small Manufacturers
EU Wants to De-Escalate Brexit Tensions Over Northern Ireland
The European Union is now seeking to de-escalate Brexit tensions in Northern Ireland to establish a new clearinghouse committee to work out solutions to issues caused by new trade barriers caused by Brexit, including controls on supermarket and chilled meat supplies. Brexit Tension in Northern Ireland The European commission vice-president Maroš Šefčovič said the introduction … [Read more...] about EU Wants to De-Escalate Brexit Tensions Over Northern Ireland
Frontex in Crisis, Fails to Protect EU’s External Borders
While European Union member states disagree over handling asylum seekers and immigrants, all agree to protect the bloc's external borders is key. However, Frontex, the agency tasked with the job, is in crisis. Marina Strauss reports from Brussels. Marko Gasperlin works for the Slovenian Ministry of the Interior and chairs the European Border and Coast Guard Agency's … [Read more...] about Frontex in Crisis, Fails to Protect EU’s External Borders
Napier Barracks That Houses Migrants in the UK Have Worsening Conditions
The Napier Barracks condition in the UK is becoming worse. Since September 2020, the former army barracks have been housing migrants; most migrants could cross the Channel from France. The migrant residents, NGOs, and politicians are all criticizing government policy of housing asylum seekers there. Frustration is rising inside Napier Barracks, and the voices criticizing the … [Read more...] about Napier Barracks That Houses Migrants in the UK Have Worsening Conditions